Non-EU Import Requirements for IT Equipment in the Netherlands
All EU member states enjoy free movement of goods into the Netherlands. This allows for the importation of IT equipment without declaring customs or paying import duties.
You only need to share your VAT Identification number with your EU supplier so they can apply a 0% VAT rate to your equipment.
How about importing tech equipment from a non-EU?
Let’s discuss the non-EU import requirements and how an importer of record can be useful in fulfilling them.
IT Equipment Import Requirements in the Netherlands
If a non-EU importing IT equipment into the Netherlands, you must fulfil several Dutch and EU import requirements, including:
Customs Requirements
- EORI number: You need an EORI number for all customs operations, including filing an import declaration. Applying for an AEO status is also beneficial during customs clearance.
- Customs declaration: Upon arrival of the equipment, your carrier or forwarding agent should file an import declaration with the Netherlands’ customs administration
- Import duties payment: Import duties depend on the customs value (equipment purchase price plus transport and insurance fees up to the EU port of entry). The HS code of your equipment determines the import duty rate. For instance, the duty rate for machines and equipment with HS codes starting with 84 or 85 ranges between 0% and 14%.
- Value-added tax: Import duties and VAT are due immediately after you import into the Netherlands
IT Equipment Quality Requirements
Your IT equipment must comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations in the EU, including:
- CE Marking: All electrical and electronic products must have the CE mark to indicate conformity with EU directives such as WEEE and RoHS for all electrical and electronic products.
- The EU Machinery Regulation: Came into force in 2023. Compliance with this regulation guarantees that your equipment is safe for human interaction.
Import with an IOR
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IOR’s Role when Importing Technology into the Netherlands
When importing into the Netherlands, an IOR is responsible for:
Entity representation: If you import regularly, you can apply for an Article 23 Licence with a locally established IOR representative like Blackthorne to defer your VAT costs until the next VAT return.
Ensuring compliance: The IOR ensures compliance with all Dutch and EU regulations, including obtaining necessary permits and documentation.
Facilitating customs clearance: IOR fulfils all customs procedures, including customs declaration and payment of duties and taxes to facilitate timely customs clearance.
Import into the Netherlands with Blackthorne IOR
Are you looking for an established local representative in the Netherlands to handle the customs processes and ensure compliance with the ever-changing IT equipment regulations?
Blackthorne is your go-to IOR service provider for all technology equipment import transactions. Contact us today to start importing safely into the Netherlands.
